SQL injection vulnerability exists in the order_by parameter of the /customers/search endpoint in Alex Tselegidis EasyAppointments <= 1.5.1. The vulnerability arises from unsanitized user input passed to the order_by method of the CodeIgniter Query Builder, enabling attackers to perform time-based queries and schema enumeration. Under certain MySQL configurations, the flaw may lead to remote code execution by writing a PHP shell using INTO OUTFILE.
Attack Parameters
Attack Vector
Network
Can be exploited remotely
Attack Complexity
Low
Easy to exploit
Privileges Required
None
No privileges needed
User Interaction
None
No user interaction needed
Impact Assessment
Confidentiality
High
Complete data leak
Integrity
High
Complete data modification
Availability
None
No disruption
CVSS Vector v3.1